Japan to raise visa renewal and residency fees for foreigners starting next update

Published on 24 April 2026

Five year renewals could jump to 70000 yen

Japan is set to increase visa renewal and permanent residency fees through proposed amendments to the Immigration Control Act. A five-year visa renewal is expected to cost around 70,000 yen, while permanent residency permits could climb to 200,000 yen. The government says the changes reflect shifting administrative needs, with higher ceilings for fees.

Five-year visa renewal fee may rise to about 70000 yen
Permanent residency fees could reach roughly 200000 yen
The hikes are part of proposed Immigration Control Act amendments
Adjustments aim to match evolving administrative costs

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Japan to raise visa renewal and residency fees for foreigners starting next update

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